www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/10/25/platforma-gastronomic

A new culinary platform featuring five traditional cooking systems from various Romanian regions is set to be built at the Astra Museum, funded by the Sibiu City Hall. The local council will review a partnership agreement aimed at enhancing authentic gastronomic experiences to attract visitors. The project, initiated by Mayor Astrid Cora Fodor, proposes a budget of 800,000 lei for construction and equipment. The platform will showcase cooking systems from regions like Mărginimea Sibiului and Maramureș, equipped with traditional utensils. Designed to reflect local architecture, the platform will operate year-round, focusing on seasonal recipes and rural gastronomy. The Astra Museum emphasizes the need for this project to meet growing tourist interest in authentic culinary experiences, potentially increasing visitor numbers by 12%.